Silverdale's 59th annual Christmas tree-lighting

The lights from Silverdale’s 59th annual Christmas tree-lighting is behind Eleazer Garvey, 3, of Silverdale who is clapping to the carolers on Saturday. He is on his dad Erik’s shoulders. (LARRY STEAGALL / KITSAP SUN)

Santa greets the throngs of kids who came to meet him at Silverdale’s 59th annual Christmas tree-lighting on Saturday. (LARRY STEAGALL / KITSAP SUN)